As a dietary supplement, take 1.5g (1/2 tsp) once per day. Consult a health practitioner if pregnant or breastfeeding.
This beautiful species, appearing as a white waterfall of cascading icicles, is found on broad leaf trees and logs. The subject of recent studies, Lion’s Mane (Hericium erinaceus) is a source of fungal polysaccharides and antioxidants with immunomodulating properties to support overall immune function. Lion’s Mane has also been nicknamed « the smart mushroom » due to preliminary research showing that it may support brain health*.
*Phytother Res. 2009 Mar;23(3):367-72. doi: 10.1002/ptr.2634.
Improving effects of the mushroom Yamabushitake (Hericium erinaceus) on mild cognitive impairment: a double-blind placebo-controlled clinical trial.
Mori K, Inatomi S, Ouchi K, Azumi Y, Tuchida T.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18844328/